Senior Policy Analyst at Candidate Experience Site - Department of Internal Affairs

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jun, 26

Salary

141915.0

Posted On

17 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Policy Analysis, Strategic Advice, Practical Advice, Stakeholder Engagement, Critical Thinking, Communication, Autonomy, Adaptability

Industry

Government Relations Services

Description

About Us | Mō mātou The Local Government Policy, Partnerships and Operations Group is the Government’s lead advisor on the local government system. We blend local government expertise and specialised policy advice in a period of significant change, challenge and opportunity. It’s a great time to join us with lots of interesting changes going on in the sector. The Operational Policy team is one of five teams within the Group, and provides strategic, practical advice that shapes how government decisions are implemented. We are not what you might think of as a traditional operational policy team — instead, we work directly with Ministers and senior leaders to respond to emerging issues and provide clear, timely advice both proactively and reactively. The role | Te tūnga As a Senior Policy Analyst in the Operational Policy team, you will provide high-quality strategic and practical policy advice on a diverse and fast-moving portfolio affecting the local government sector. Our broad and dynamic work programme includes: * Administration of the Dog Control Act * Providing advice on Crown intervention to the Minister of Local Government * Supporting the Minister in performing their role as Territorial Authority for the offshore islands * Monitoring and support of Chatham Islands Council * Conduit between local and central government for the local elections. It is a fast-paced but fun environment where you never know what will happen next! What you bring | Nōu te rourou * A passion for local government * Ability to lead a work programme and confidently engage with a wide variety of stakeholders * Willingness to shift focus as priorities change * Strong communication and critical thinking skills, being able to apply them across a wide range of situations * Comfort in operating with ambiguity with a high degree of autonomy. For you | Mōu This role offers a great opportunity to join a thriving policy team that recognises effort, celebrates success, and supports inclusion and development within a flexible, family-friendly, and modern work environment. At the Department of Internal Affairs, we are committed to offering a collaborative and innovative culture where your perspective and ideas will be welcomed. We want our people to thrive within a culture of best practice, while being able to set and achieve goals and challenge the status quo. To learn more about the diverse, important mahi we do at the Department and see why we're a great place to work check out our website https://www.dia.govt.nz/ [https://www.dia.govt.nz/] Benefits - About Internal Affairs - Careers with us - Benefits - dia.govt.nz [https://www.dia.govt.nz/About-Internal-Affairs---Careers-with-us---Benefits] The appointing range for this role is $114,039 - $141,915. How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono We are unable to accept applications via email. Please click the apply button to submit your application. We're committed to ensuring our application process is accessible to everyone. Please let us know if there is any support, we can provide to ensure the process is accessible to you. Applications for this role close Sunday, 29 March 2026, 5pm. Please also note that you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this role. If you have any questions, please email Operational Policy Manager, Anthea Oliver. [anthea.oliver@dia.govt.nz] To review the full job description, please click here. [https://www.dia.govt.nz/job-description/LG-PTT-Senior-Policy-Analyst/$file/LG-PTT-Senior-Policy-Analyst.pdf]

Responsibilities

The Senior Policy Analyst will provide high-quality strategic and practical policy advice across a diverse and fast-moving portfolio related to the local government sector. This includes administering the Dog Control Act, advising the Minister on Crown intervention, and supporting the Minister's role concerning offshore islands.